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After Diagnosis, You're on to Survivorship

Anyone who has had cancer remembers exactly when and how they got the diagnosis. Like them, you, too, will find your path through the disease. These resources from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center will help you and your loved ones on the journey. Read

Coping With your
Cancer Diagnosis

How Do I Handle This Diagnosis?

After diagnosis, people initially experience a range of emotions. Be patient with yourself. read

How to Explain Your Condition

As you begin to tell people about your diagnosis, these tips will make it easier for everyone concerned. read

Managing Your
Treatment

The Four Myths of Pain Medication

Extreme pain is not normal. When taken correctly, meds can provide relief. read

Working With Your Health Care Team

These five tips will help you make the most of your relationships with your doctors and nurses. read

Get Support, Ease the Stress

Take care of yourself. Don't try to be a hero. You need others' help. read

Finding a
New Normal

How Can I Handle Posttreatment Blues?

The end of treatment may set off an avalanche of feelings. Here's why, and here's how to deal. read

What to Know About 'Chemobrain'

Cancer and its treatment can sometimes interfere with brain functioning. But the problem is manageable. read

I Never Knew There Were 'Late Effects'

Lingering effects of cancer can take patients by surprise. Your health care team can help. read

Tackle Recurring Fears Head-on

Yes, you want to continue monitoring your health. But don't let that stop you from getting on with your life. read

A Survivor's Story

Cancer survivor John McKemie draws on many tools — relaxing, visualizing, praying and volunteering — to conquer his cancer. read

From
the Community

"I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992 and am blessed to say that I am an 18 year survivor. My message to all females young and old is to get an annual mammogram." — CONNIE63